Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called on the international community to formally recognize Palestine as an independent state, stressing that such recognition is a crucial step toward implementing the two-state solution and ensuring justice in the Middle East. His statement came at Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport prior to his departure for the 80th session of […]
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called on the international community to formally recognize Palestine as an independent state, stressing that such recognition is a crucial step toward implementing the two-state solution and ensuring justice in the Middle East. His statement came at Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport prior to his departure for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, reports World Signal.
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According to Erdogan, this year’s UN Assembly takes place amid growing momentum, with an increasing number of countries formally recognizing Palestinian sovereignty. He described this process as a vital diplomatic development for establishing a viable and independent Palestinian state based on pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The Turkish leader reaffirmed Ankara’s unconditional support for Palestinian statehood and emphasized Turkey’s active participation in international initiatives aimed at defending Palestinian rights.
Erdogan stressed the urgent need to lift the illegal blockade of the Gaza Strip, calling it an essential prerequisite for achieving peace and stability in the region. He also highlighted the necessity of Palestinian internal reconciliation, arguing that only national unity among Palestinian factions can create the foundation for a fair and lasting resolution of the conflict.
The Turkish president once again denounced Israel’s actions, describing them as oppressive and contributing to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. He warned that nations which continue to withhold recognition of Palestine risk finding themselves “on the wrong side of history.” Erdogan further accused Israel of evading genuine peace negotiations and called on the international community to take measures to protect Palestinian civilians from aggression.
Erdogan’s remarks coincided with a surge of official recognitions of Palestine by countries such as Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. According to him, this growing diplomatic momentum could revive the stalled peace process and restore prospects for lasting regional stability.
Erdogan emphasized that Turkey will continue to play an active role within multilateral frameworks, including the United Nations, in building an international coalition for Palestinian statehood. He stressed that the issue goes beyond regional politics and represents a historical and moral responsibility of the global community.
In conclusion, Erdogan underscored that peace cannot be built on words alone: concrete steps are required to guarantee justice, equality, and peaceful coexistence for both Palestinians and Israelis.
